Place de la Republique, Arles

The 4th century Roman Obélisque d'Arles in the centre of the Place de la République is a symbol of the city, and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Roman and Romanesque monuments in Arles.

The 4th century Roman Obélisque d'Arles in the centre of the Place de la République is a symbol of the city, and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Roman and Romanesque monuments in Arles. The 15.26 m high plain granite obelisk stands on an ornamented pedestal with a fountain and a bronze lion sculpture at each corner.

Surrounding the square are the Mairie d'Arles (Hôtel de Ville or City Hall), St Trophime Church, St Anne Church, and Palais de l'Archevêché.

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About Place de la Republique

Place de la République, 13200 Arles, France

+33 4 90 49 38 20

Place de la Republique and Nearby Sights on Map

The Cryptoporticus of Arles is a subterranean gallery comprising 3 U-shaped double, parallel tunnels with pillars, built by the Romans to create a stable flat base for the Forum which lies in a naturally sloping area